FEmountBase

FEmountBase is a computational module used in finite element analysis software. Its primary function is to manage and facilitate the mounting or attachment of different finite element models together. This is crucial in simulations where a complex system is composed of multiple interconnected parts, each represented by its own finite element mesh. FEmountBase provides the necessary tools and data structures to define the interfaces between these separate models.

The module allows users to specify contact conditions, constraints, or coupling behaviors at the boundaries where the models meet. This can include defining rigid connections, kinematic constraints, or more complex physical interactions such as surface-to-surface contact with friction. By enabling the seamless integration of disparate meshes, FEmountBase ensures that the behavior of the assembled system is accurately captured in the simulation.

Typically, FEmountBase handles the creation and management of "slave" and "master" surfaces, which are fundamental concepts in many contact and constraint algorithms. It also plays a role in ensuring data consistency and proper connectivity between the connected models, preventing issues that could arise from mismatched nodes or elements at the interface. The effective use of FEmountBase is essential for performing accurate and stable simulations of assembled structures and complex assemblies.